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Perfumers
Matsukita
feminine
Matsukita by Clive Christian is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men. Matsukita was launched in 2021. Top notes are Bergamot, Pink Pepper and Nutmeg; middle notes are Mate, Chinese Jasmine, Jasmine Sambac and Guaiac Wood; base notes are Balsam Fir, Musk, Woodsy Notes and Amber. An illusive scent inspired from archives this unique perfume first created in 1892 was inspired by a Japanese princess who awed the Victorian court with her elegance. This woody chypre captures this mystical grace in a style for the modern day connoisseur. Green bergamot meets sparkling pink pepper and spicy nutmeg for a fresh and invigorating top, laced with a floral and smokey notes from Chinese imperial jasmine and mate tea. Hints of jasmine sambac and guaiac oil complement woody tones, whilst rich amber, fir balsam absolute and whispering musks form a sensual and warm base. A mysterious and complex fragrance.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
76%
Win
96%
Spr
76%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
87%
Day
83%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
1,075 votes
4.22
Love it
58655%
Like it
27125%
OK
12011%
Dislike
626%
Hate it
363%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 18 community opinions from Reddit
8.8
/ 10 community score
Matsukita is highly regarded by the r/fragrance community as arguably the best Clive Christian fragrance and one of the finest tea scents ever created. Its unique smoked tea with blossom composition is praised for being extremely calming and sophisticated, though its niche nature and high price make it challenging to acquire.
Strengths
- Exceptional tea fragrance with smoked tea and blossom notes
- Extremely calming and soothing scent profile
- Considered among the best Clive Christian offerings
- Unique and sophisticated composition
Weaknesses
- Limited availability and difficult to source
- High price point for niche fragrance
- Narrow appeal due to specific tea-focused composition
Best for
Winter wearRelaxation and meditationSophisticated evening occasionsTea enthusiasts
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